Laptop Ubuntu

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What is Ubuntu?

Ubuntu is a stable, supported operating system built by expert developers as an open-source alternative to Windows and Office. It contains all the applications you need:

  • A web browser
  • Office suite
  • Media applications
  • Instant messaging
  • And much more![1]


Ubuntu 8.04

This version, aka Hardy Heron, is the operating system of choice for the Laptop Program.

  • Download Hardy Heron[2]
  • Softpedia's unofficial Installing Ubuntu 8.04 Hardy Heron step-by-step installation guide[3]
  • Unofficial Ubuntu 8.04 LTS (Hardy Heron) Guide [4]
  • Step by Step Setup Guide for Hardy Heron[5]


Ubuntu 9.10

This version, aka Karmic Koala, is the newest release of Ubuntu, providing noteworthy improvements over previous versions. Some laptops that don't tolerate 8.04 sometimes work better with 9.10.